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Page 1 of 90 SPCE 630 Final Exam | Questions and Answers | Latest 2026 Revised Update 100% Correct. 1. A behavior analyst discovers a colleague has falsified data in a published study. According to the BACB Ethics Code, the analyst’s FIRST action should be: - A) Confront the colleague privately - B) Report to the BACB immediately « C) Contact the journal editor - D) Review the data personally to confirm Answer: B) Report to the BACB immediately Rationale: Code 2.09 (Truthfulness) requires reporting suspected Page 2 of 90 unethical conduct to the BACB. Confrontation (A) may be attempted first but is not required; reporting is mandatory. 2. A practitioner wants to use a token economy in a school. The principal asks for evidence of effectiveness. This request aligns with which ethical principle? - A) Beneficence - B) Accountability « C) Confidentiality - D) Autonomy Answer: B) Accountability Rationale: Accountability (Code 1.02) requires behavior analysts to provide evidence-based services. Providing data is part of professional accountability. Page 4 of 90 4. The BCBA’s response is consistent with: A) Informed consent B) Scope of competence C) Respect for autonomy D) Nonmaleficence Answer: B) Scope of competence Rationale: Code 1.05 (Practicing within Scope) prohibits claiming outcomes beyond the evidence base. 5. The parent demands the BCBA use aversive punishment. The BCBA refuses. This is primarily guided by: « A) Beneficence B) Least restrictive alternative C) Client rights D) All of the above Page 5 of 90 Answer: D) All of the above Rationale: Beneficence (do good), least restrictive (Code 2.10), and client rights (Code 2.05) all support using reinforcement-first approaches. 6. If the BCBA terminates the relationship due to this conflict, they must: - A) Provide a list of other providers - B) Continue services until transfer is complete + C) Both A and B - D) Terminate immediately with written notice Answer: C) Both A and B Rationale: Code 2.15 (Interruption/Discontinuation) requires facilitated transfer and continued services until a new provider is arranged. Page 7 of 90 « D)AandC Answer: B) Babysitting a client for one evening Rationale: Babysitting creates a non-professional relationship that impairs objectivity (Code 1.11). Small gifts (A) or infrequent community events (C) may be acceptable if not exploitative. 9. A BCBA has a client who is also a neighbor. The BCBA weaves hello when passing. This is: « A)Aminor dual relationship, acceptable - B) Always unethical « C) Permitted only with written consent - D) Considered exploitation Answer: A) A minor dual relationship, acceptable Rationale: Unavoidable incidental contact (neighbors) does not constitute a violation if professional boundaries are maintained (Code 1.11). Page 8 of 90 10. The BACB Ethics Code requires that fees be: - A) Discussed only if the client asks - B) Clearly described before services begin - C) Contingent on outcomes - D) Adjusted based on client’s income Answer: B) Clearly described before services begin Rationale: Code 2.07 (Financial Arrangements) mandates advance disclosure of fees. 11. A BCBA wants to use a new assessment that lacks published reliability data. This would violate: - A) Code 3.01 (Evidence-Based Practice) - B) Code 2.03 (Assessment) - C) Code 1.05 (Competence) « D)AIl of the above Page 10 of 90 - B) Providing services to a friend’s child + C) Dating a former client after 3 years - D)AIl of the above Answer: D) All of the above Rationale: Any non-professional role with a client/trainee creates a multiple relationship; some (like dating) are strictly prohibited regardless of time (Code 1.12). 14. A BCBA is asked to provide services for a family member. The BCBA should: - A) Decline due to objectivity concerns B) Accept if no other providers exist C) Accept with documented consent - D) Provide only consultation, not direct therapy Page 11 of 90 Answer: A) Decline due to objectivity concerns Rationale: Code 1.10 (Avoiding Harmful Multiple Relationships) strongly discourages serving relatives due to impaired judgment. 15. A behavior analyst sees a client’s parent in a grocery store and discusses the client’s progress in the aisle. This is: A) Acceptable if no names are used - B)A violation of confidentiality + C) Acceptable if the parent initiated - D) Required for parent training Answer: B) A violation of confidentiality Rationale: Code 2.06 requires protecting confidential information in all public settings. 16. The primary purpose of the BACB Ethics Code is to: - A) Protect practitioners from lawsuits - B) Protect the public and clients Page 13 of 90 18. A client’s sibling posts negative comments about the BCBA’s services online. The BCBA should: « A) Respond publicly to correct misinformation - B) Ignore the comments - C) Send a private message to the sibling + D) Contact the client to address the issue Answer: D) Contact the client to address the issue Rationale: Code 2.13 (Managing Conflicts) suggests discussing concerns with the primary client, not engaging online. 19. A BCBA terminates services because a client has not paid for 6 months. Which necessary step may have been missed? - A) Written notice 30 days prior - B) Attempt to waive fees « C) Offer pro bono services Page 14 of 90 - D) Report to BACB Answer: A) Written notice 30 days prior Rationale: Code 2.15 requires written advance notice before termination for nonpayment. 20. A supervisee admits to fabricating supervision hours. The supervising BCBA must: - A) Fire the supervisee immediately - B) Report the violation to the BACB within 30 days - C) Counsel the supervisee without reporting « D) Deduct the falsified hours Answer: B) Report the violation to the BACB within 30 days Rationale: Code 2.09 mandates reporting known ethical violations, including fraud. Page 16 of 90 « C) Permitted if no harm is imminent - D) Permitted if the BCBA is not a mandated reporter Answer: B) Never permissible Rationale: Legal obligations (e.g., reporting abuse) override client confidentiality (Code 1.07). 23. A BCBA provides a discount for clients who pay in cash. This is: « A) Acceptable if disclosed - B) Unethical because it creates a conflict of interest + C) Acceptable only for low-income clients + D) Unethical because it’s tax evasion Answer: B) Unethical because it creates a conflict of interest Rationale: Offering cash discounts may incentivize underreporting income and blurs professional boundaries (Code 2.07). Page 17 of 90 24. A BCBA incorrectly claims to be a “Board Certified Behavior Analyst Doctoral” without a doctorate. This violates: - A) Code 1.03 (Accurate Representation) - B) Code 2.08 (Credentials) « C) BothA and B « D) No violation Answer: C) Both A and B Rationale: Misrepresenting credentials violates both truthfulness and credential use standards. 25. A BCBA’s client is involved in a custody dispute. The BCBA is subpoenaed for records. They should: - A) Release records immediately - B) Refuse to release without client consent « C) Seek legal advice and limited release Page 19 of 90 - A) Decline the case « B) Collect data discreetly + C) Explain the necessity of data and request accommodation - D) Use recall data Answer: C) Explain the necessity of data and request accommodation Rationale: Data collection is central to behavior analysis (Code 2.03). If denied, the BCBA must reconsider participation. 28. A BCBA mentors a former student who is now a colleague. This relationship is: « A) Always unethical - B) Permitted if boundaries are maintained + C) Prohibited for 2 years + D) Allowed only with documentation Page 20 of 90 Answer: B) Permitted if boundaries are maintained Rationale: Former student relationships are not automatically prohibited, but must avoid exploitation (Code 1.11). 29. Which scenario most clearly represents a conflict of interest? - A)ABCBA refers clients to their spouse’s agency without disclosure - B) A BCBA offers a free workshop - C)A BCBA accepts insurance payments - D) A BCBA works two part-time jobs Answer: A) A BCBA refers clients to their spouse’s agency without disclosure Rationale: Failure to disclose a financial/personal interest in referrals violates Code 2.12 (Referrals and Fees).